The television debates between Richard M. Nixon and John F. Kennedy in the autumn of 1960 made TV history. Never before were presidential candidates "seen" by so many voters during a campaign. An estimated 65,000,000 Americans watched each of the four hour-long debates
Fads and Fashions:
Toys and Games:
Mr. Potato head was a popular toy in the 1950s. It was the first toy on television.
Fun Activities:
Fishing was a popular activity from the 1950s. People use nets to catch the fish.
1950s/1960s
Important Event:
Historical Figure:
John F. Kennedy
The television debates between Richard M. Nixon and John F. Kennedy in the autumn of 1960 made TV history. Never before were presidential candidates "seen" by so many voters during a campaign. An estimated 65,000,000 Americans watched each of the four hour-long debates
Fads and Fashions:
Toys and Games:
Mr. Potato head was a popular toy in the 1950s. It was the first toy on television.
Fun Activities:
Fishing was a popular activity from the 1950s. People use nets to catch the fish.